As of 3:30 PM EDT, the tragic shooting at Florida State University’s Tallahassee campus has left at least one person dead and six others injured, according to Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare. The incident occurred near the Student Union around noon, prompting an immediate lockdown and shelter-in-place order for students and staff. One suspect is in custody, but authorities are still investigating the possibility of additional shooters, as some reports remain unconfirmed.
Tallahassee Police and multiple agencies, including the FBI and Florida Department of Law Enforcement, are on the scene, with the Student Union area designated as an active crime scene. Students have been evacuated to the Donald L. Tucker Civic Center for reunification. FSU has canceled all classes, business operations, and athletic events through Sunday.
Eyewitness accounts describe chaos, with students hiding in the Student Union’s bowling alley and others fleeing after hearing 15-20 gunshots. One student reported seeing a man with a rifle and pistol near the Student Union. Governor Ron DeSantis and President Donald Trump have expressed condolences, with law enforcement vowing to provide updates as the investigation unfolds.
Our thoughts are with the FSU community during this heartbreaking time. Stay safe and follow official updates from FSU and local authorities.
Note: Some unverified reports on X mention higher casualty figures or multiple shooters, but these remain unconfirmed by official sources. Always rely on verified information from authorities.